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New Video- Uraoshi Sharpening

This video covers the basics of Uraoshi sharpening, or the sharpening of the backs of traditional single bevel Japanese Knives (yanagiba, deba, usuba, etc.). In this video i explain what stones to use, the angles of approach, and how to apply pressure while doing this kind of sharpening. I have tried many approaches to uraoshi sharpening over the years and this is the one that delivers the best results... it also happens to be the way i was taught in Japan.

In the video, i just noticed that i forgot to mention that the back of the knife is laid flat against the stone. Whoops. Sorry guys.

Great video. I find that the details you included in your video are either overlooked or unknown by the author in most single bevel sharpening guides I have read. Maybe because it is "easier" than sharpening at an angle. Thanks for the tips.

Also, you should be able to add little "speech bubbles" during the video on youtube so you could make a note that you are holding the blade flat on the stone (for those that find it without the context of this post).

Great video. I find that the details you included in your video are either overlooked or unknown by the author in most single bevel sharpening guides I have read. Maybe because it is "easier" than sharpening at an angle. Thanks for the tips.

Also, you should be able to add little "speech bubbles" during the video on youtube so you could make a note that you are holding the blade flat on the stone (for those that find it without the context of this post).